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Hashemi-Afzal F, Fallahi H, Bagheri F, Collins MN, Eslaminejad MB, Seitz H. Advancements in hydrogel design for articular cartilage regeneration: A comprehensive review. Bioact Mater 2025; 43:1-31. [PMID: 39318636 PMCID: PMC11418067 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2024.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2024] [Revised: 09/03/2024] [Accepted: 09/03/2024] [Indexed: 09/26/2024] Open
Abstract
This review paper explores the cutting-edge advancements in hydrogel design for articular cartilage regeneration (CR). Articular cartilage (AC) defects are a common occurrence worldwide that can lead to joint breakdown at a later stage of the disease, necessitating immediate intervention to prevent progressive degeneration of cartilage. Decades of research into the biomedical applications of hydrogels have revealed their tremendous potential, particularly in soft tissue engineering, including CR. Hydrogels are highly tunable and can be designed to meet the key criteria needed for a template in CR. This paper aims to identify those criteria, including the hydrogel components, mechanical properties, biodegradability, structural design, and integration capability with the adjacent native tissue and delves into the benefits that CR can obtain through appropriate design. Stratified-structural hydrogels that emulate the native cartilage structure, as well as the impact of environmental stimuli on the regeneration outcome, have also been discussed. By examining recent advances and emerging techniques, this paper offers valuable insights into developing effective hydrogel-based therapies for AC repair.
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- Fariba Hashemi-Afzal
- Biotechnology Department, Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, 14115-111, Iran
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- Biomedical Engineering Department, Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, 14115-111, Iran
- School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, 19104 USA
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- Biotechnology Department, Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, 14115-111, Iran
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- School of Engineering, Bernal Institute and Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick V94 T9PX, Ireland
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- Department of Stem Cells and Developmental Biology, Cell Sciences Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Tehran, 16635-148, Iran
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- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Marine Technology, University of Rostock, Justus-von-Liebig-Weg 6, 18059 Rostock, Germany
- Department Life, Light & Matter, University of Rostock, Albert-Einstein-Straße 25, 18059 Rostock, Germany
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Bianchini Silva M, Costa UO, Mattoso LHC, Monteiro SN, de Souza ML, Vitorazi L. Magnetic Nanoparticles in Biopolymer Fibers: Fabrication Techniques and Characterization Methods. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:2805. [PMID: 39408514 PMCID: PMC11478581 DOI: 10.3390/polym16192805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2024] [Revised: 09/26/2024] [Accepted: 09/27/2024] [Indexed: 10/20/2024] Open
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Hybrid nanocomposites combining biopolymer fibers incorporated with nanoparticles (NPs) have received increasing attention due to their remarkable characteristics. Inorganic NPs are typically chosen for their properties, such as magnetism and thermal or electrical conductivity, for example. Meanwhile, the biopolymer fiber component is a backbone, and could act as a support structure for the NPs. This shift towards biopolymers over traditional synthetic polymers is motivated by their sustainability, compatibility with biological systems, non-toxic nature, and natural decomposition. This study employed the solution blow spinning (SBS) method to obtain a nanocomposite comprising poly(vinyl pyrrolidone), PVA, and gelatin biodegradable polymer fibers incorporated with magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles coated with poly(acrylic acid), PAA2k, coded as γ-Fe2O3-NPs-PAA2k. The fiber production process entailed a preliminary investigation to determine suitable solvents, polymer concentrations, and spinning parameters. γ-Fe2O3-NPs were synthesized via chemical co-precipitation as maghemite and coated with PAA2k through the precipitation-redispersion protocol in order to prepare γ-Fe2O3-NPs-PAA2k. Biopolymeric fibers containing coated NPs with sub-micrometer diameters were obtained, with NP concentrations ranging from 1.0 to 1.7% wt. The synthesized NPs underwent characterization via dynamic light scattering, zeta potential analysis, and infrared spectroscopy, while the biopolymer fibers were characterized through scanning electron microscopy, infrared spectroscopy, and thermogravimetric analysis. Overall, this study demonstrates the successful implementation of SBS for producing biopolymeric fibers incorporating iron oxide NPs, where the amalgamation of materials demonstrated superior thermal behavior to the plain polymers. The thorough characterization of the NPs and fibers provided valuable insights into their properties, paving the way for their potential applications in various fields such as biomedical engineering, environmental remediation, and functional materials.
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- Mariana Bianchini Silva
- Graduate Program in Metallurgical Engineering (PPGEM), EEIMVR, Fluminense Federal University, Avenida dos Trabalhadores, 420, Volta Redonda 27225-125, RJ, Brazil; (M.B.S.); (U.O.C.)
- Graduate Program in Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry (IQ), University of Campinas, Rua Josué de Castro, s/n, Cidade Universitária, Campinas 13083-970, SP, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Metallurgical Engineering (PPGEM), EEIMVR, Fluminense Federal University, Avenida dos Trabalhadores, 420, Volta Redonda 27225-125, RJ, Brazil; (M.B.S.); (U.O.C.)
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- Embrapa Instrumentation, National Laboratory of Nanotechnology for Agribusiness/LNNA, Rua 15 de Novembro, 1452, Centro, São Carlos 13560-970, SP, Brazil;
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- Department of Engineering and Materials Science, Military Institute of Engineering (IME), Rio de Janeiro 22290-270, RJ, Brazil;
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- Graduate Program in Metallurgical Engineering (PPGEM), EEIMVR, Fluminense Federal University, Avenida dos Trabalhadores, 420, Volta Redonda 27225-125, RJ, Brazil; (M.B.S.); (U.O.C.)
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Shruthi S, Vishalakshi B. Development of banana pseudo stem cellulose fiber based magnetic nanocomposite as an adsorbent for dye removal. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 278:134877. [PMID: 39163967 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2024] [Revised: 08/07/2024] [Accepted: 08/17/2024] [Indexed: 08/22/2024]
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A hybrid hydrogel nanocomposite derived from cellulose fiber extracted from Banana Pseudo Stem (BPS) was developed as an adsorbent material for wastewater treatment. The hydrogel was developed by graft copolymerization of N-hydroxyethylacrylamide on Cellulose Fiber (BPSCF-g-PHEAAm) with potassium peroxodisulphate (KPS) as an initiator and N, N'-methylene bisacrylamide (MBA) as a crosslinker using microwave irradiation. Magnetic nanoparticles generated by an in-situ method were incorporated into the network structure. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Powder X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Vibrating Sample Magnetometer (VSM), Brunauer-Emmett-Teller analysis (BET), Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM), and Energy Dispersive Spectrometer (EDS) were employed. The adsorption capacities of hydrogel and its nanocomposite were evaluated using Methylene Blue (MB) and Crystal Violet (CV) as model dyes. The parent gel exhibited the maximum absorption capacity of 235, and 219 mg g-1 towards MB and CV respectively which was enhanced to 320 and 303 mg g-1 for the nanocomposite. Adsorption data were best fitted with the pseudo-second-order kinetic model and the Freundlich isotherm model. Negative ΔG° and positive ΔH° indicated spontaneous and endothermic adsorption. Desorption was effective to an extent of 99 % in the HCl medium suggesting high reusability potential of the developed adsorbent material.
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- S Shruthi
- Department of Post-Graduate Studies and Research in Chemistry, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri 574199 (DK), Karnataka, India
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- Department of Post-Graduate Studies and Research in Chemistry, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri 574199 (DK), Karnataka, India.
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Shoudho K, Uddin S, Rumon MMH, Shakil MS. Influence of Physicochemical Properties of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles on Their Antibacterial Activity. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:33303-33334. [PMID: 39130596 PMCID: PMC11308002 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c02822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2024] [Revised: 07/10/2024] [Accepted: 07/12/2024] [Indexed: 08/13/2024]
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The increasing occurrence of infectious diseases caused by antimicrobial resistance organisms urged the necessity to develop more potent, selective, and safe antimicrobial agents. The unique magnetic and tunable properties of iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) make them a promising candidate for different theragnostic applications, including antimicrobial agents. Though IONPs act as a nonspecific antimicrobial agent, their antimicrobial activities are directly or indirectly linked with their synthesis methods, synthesizing precursors, size, shapes, concentration, and surface modifications. Alteration of these parameters could accelerate or decelerate the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). An increase in ROS role production disrupts bacterial cell walls, cell membranes, alters major biomolecules (e.g., lipids, proteins, nucleic acids), and affects metabolic processes (e.g., Krebs cycle, fatty acid synthesis, ATP synthesis, glycolysis, and mitophagy). In this review, we will investigate the antibacterial activity of bare and surface-modified IONPs and the influence of physiochemical parameters on their antibacterial activity. Additionally, we will report the potential mechanism of IONPs' action in driving this antimicrobial activity.
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- Kishan
Nandi Shoudho
- Department
of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Brac
University, Kha-224 Merul Badda, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh
- Department
of Chemical Engineering, Bangladesh University
of Engineering and Technology, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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- Department
of Bioengineering, King Fahd University
of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran 31261, Kingdom
of Saudi Arabia
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- Department
of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Brac
University, Kha-224 Merul Badda, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh
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- Department
of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Brac
University, Kha-224 Merul Badda, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh
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Sikorska M, Ruzycka-Ayoush M, Rios-Mondragon I, Longhin EM, Meczynska-Wielgosz S, Wojewodzka M, Kowalczyk A, Kasprzak A, Nowakowska J, Sobczak K, Muszynska M, Cimpan MR, Runden-Pran E, Shaposhnikov S, Kruszewski M, Dusinska M, Nowicka AM, Grudzinski IP. Lack of cytotoxic and genotoxic effects of mPEG-silane coated iron(III) oxide nanoparticles doped with magnesium despite cellular uptake in cancerous and noncancerous lung cells. Toxicol In Vitro 2024; 99:105850. [PMID: 38801838 DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2024.105850] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2023] [Revised: 05/13/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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Cytotoxic and genotoxic effects of novel mPEG-silane coated iron(III) oxide nanoparticles doped with magnesium (Mg0.1-γ-Fe2O3(mPEG-silane)0.5) have been investigated on human adenocarcinomic alveolar basal epithelial (A549) and human normal bronchial epithelial (BEAS-2B) cells. In the studies several molecular and cellular targets addressing to cell membrane, cytoplasm organelles and nucleus components were served as toxicological endpoints. The as-synthesized nanoparticles were found to be stable in the cell culture media and were examined for different concentration and exposure times. No cytotoxicity of the tested nanoparticles was found although these nanoparticles slightly increased reactive oxygen species in both cell types studied. Mg0.1-γ-Fe2O3(mPEG-silane)0.5 nanoparticles did not produce any DNA strand breaks and oxidative DNA damages in A549 and BEAS-2B cells. Different concentration of Mg0.1-γ-Fe2O3(mPEG-silane)0.5 nanoparticles and different incubation time did not affect cell migration. The lung cancer cells' uptake of the nanoparticles was more effective than in normal lung cells. Altogether, the results evidence that mPEG-silane coated iron(III) oxide nanoparticles doped with magnesium do not elucidate any deleterious effects on human normal and cancerous lung cells despite cellular uptake of these nanoparticles. Therefore, it seems reasonable to conclude that these novel biocompatible nanoparticles are promising candidates for further development towards medical applications.
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- Malgorzata Sikorska
- Department of Toxicology and Food Science, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Warsaw, Banacha Str. 1, PL-02-097 Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Toxicology and Food Science, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Warsaw, Banacha Str. 1, PL-02-097 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Bergen, Årstadveien. 19, Bergen 5009, Norway
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- Health Effects Laboratory, Department of Environmental Chemistry, Norwegian Institute for Air Research, 2007 Kjeller, Norway
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- Centre for Radiobiology and Biological Dosimetry, Institute of Nuclear Chemistry and Technology, Dorodna Str. 16, PL-03-195, Warsaw, Poland
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- Centre for Radiobiology and Biological Dosimetry, Institute of Nuclear Chemistry and Technology, Dorodna Str. 16, PL-03-195, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw, Pasteura Str. 1, PL-02-093 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Organic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, Warsaw University of Technology, Noakowskiego Str. 3, PL-00-664 Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Electron and Confocal Microscopy, Faculty of Biology, University of Warsaw, Miecznikowa Str.1, PL-02-096 Warsaw, Poland
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- Faculty of Chemistry, Biological and Chemical Research Centre, University of Warsaw, Zwirki i Wigury 101 Str., PL 02-089 Warsaw, Poland
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- Faculty of Chemistry, Biological and Chemical Research Centre, University of Warsaw, Zwirki i Wigury 101 Str., PL 02-089 Warsaw, Poland; Pro-Environment Poland Sp. z o. o., Zwirki i Wigury Str. 101, PL 02-098 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Bergen, Årstadveien. 19, Bergen 5009, Norway
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- Health Effects Laboratory, Department of Environmental Chemistry, Norwegian Institute for Air Research, 2007 Kjeller, Norway
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- Centre for Radiobiology and Biological Dosimetry, Institute of Nuclear Chemistry and Technology, Dorodna Str. 16, PL-03-195, Warsaw, Poland; Department of Medical Biology and Translational Research, Institute of Rural Health,Jaczewskiego Str. 2, PL-20-090 Lublin, Poland
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- Health Effects Laboratory, Department of Environmental Chemistry, Norwegian Institute for Air Research, 2007 Kjeller, Norway
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- Department of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw, Pasteura Str. 1, PL-02-093 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Toxicology and Food Science, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Warsaw, Banacha Str. 1, PL-02-097 Warsaw, Poland
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Choudhury S, Joshi A, Baghel VS, Ananthasuresh GK, Asthana S, Homer-Vanniasinkam S, Chatterjee K. Design-encoded dual shape-morphing and shape-memory in 4D printed polymer parts toward cellularized vascular grafts. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:5678-5689. [PMID: 38747702 DOI: 10.1039/d4tb00437j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2024]
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Current additive manufacturing technologies wherein as-printed simple two-dimensional (2D) structures morph into complex tissue mimetic three-dimensional (3D) shapes are limited to multi-material hydrogel systems, which necessitates multiple fabrication steps and specific materials. This work utilizes a single shape memory thermoplastic polymer (SMP), PLMC (polylactide-co-trimethylene carbonate), to achieve programmable shape deformation through anisotropic design and infill angles encoded during 3D printing. The shape changes were first computationally predicted through finite element analysis (FEA) simulations and then experimentally validated through quantitative correlation. Rectangular 2D sheets could self-roll into complete hollow tubes of specific diameters (ranging from ≈6 mm to ≈10 mm) and lengths (as long as 40 mm), as quantitatively predicted from FEA simulations within one minute at relatively lower temperatures (≈80 °C). Furthermore, shape memory properties were demonstrated post-shape change to exhibit dual shape morphing at temperatures close to physiological levels. The tubes (retained as the permanent shape) were deformed into flat sheets (temporary shape), seeded with endothelial cells (at T < Tg), and thereafter triggered at ≈37 °C back into tubes (permanent shape), utilizing the shape memory properties to yield bioresorbable tubes with cellularized lumens for potential use as vascular grafts with improved long-term patency. Additionally, out-of-plane bending and twisting deformation were demonstrated in complex structures by careful control of infill angles that can unprecedently expand the scope of cellularized biomimetic 3D shapes. This work demonstrates the potential of the combination of shape morphing and SMP behaviors at physiological temperatures to yield next-generation smart implants with precise control over dimensions for tissue repair and regeneration.
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- Saswat Choudhury
- Department of Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Science, C.V. Raman Avenue, Bangalore, 560012, India.
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- Department of Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Science, C.V. Raman Avenue, Bangalore, 560012, India.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, C.V. Raman Avenue, Bangalore, 560012, India
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, C.V. Raman Avenue, Bangalore, 560012, India
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- Department of Materials Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, C.V. Raman Avenue, Bangalore, 560012, India
- Department of Hepatobiliary and Multi-Organ Transplantation Surgery, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, 560024, India
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- Department of Materials Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, C.V. Raman Avenue, Bangalore, 560012, India
- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Division of Surgery, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Science, C.V. Raman Avenue, Bangalore, 560012, India.
- Department of Materials Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, C.V. Raman Avenue, Bangalore, 560012, India
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Chavarría-Fernández SM, Jiménez-Alvarado R, Santos-López EM, Hernández-Hernandez AA, Cariño-Cortés R. Iron nanoparticles as food additives and food supplements, regulatory and legislative perspectives. Food Sci Biotechnol 2024; 33:1295-1305. [PMID: 38585565 PMCID: PMC10992046 DOI: 10.1007/s10068-024-01518-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024] Open
Abstract
Recently, the use of nanotechnology in food has gained great interest. Iron nanoparticles with unique chemical, physical and structural properties allow their potential use mainly as iron fortifiers, colorants and antimicrobial agents. However, in the market we can find only supplements and food colorants based on iron nanoparticles. Their use in food fortification has so far been focused only on in vitro and in vivo experimental studies, since the toxicological evaluation of these studies has so far been the basis for the proposals of laws and regulations, which are still in an early stage of development. Therefore, the aim of this work was to summarize the use of the different forms of iron nanoparticles (oxides, oxyhydroxides, phosphates, pyrophosphates and sulfates) as food additives and supplements and to resume the perspectives of legislation regarding the use of these types of nanoparticles in the food industry.
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- Sara Madai Chavarría-Fernández
- Instituto de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Circuito Ex Hacienda la Concepción s/n, 42160 San Agustin Tlaxiaca, Hidalgo México
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- Instituto de Ciencias Agropecuarias, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Av Universidad km. 1. Ex Hacienda de Aquetzalpa AP 32, 43600 Tulancingo de Bravo, Hidalgo México
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- Instituto de Ciencias Básicas e Ingeniería, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Carretera Pachuca-Tulancingo km 4.5 Colonia Carboneras, 42184 Mineral de la Reforma, Hidalgo México
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- Instituto de Ciencias Agropecuarias, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Av Universidad km. 1. Ex Hacienda de Aquetzalpa AP 32, 43600 Tulancingo de Bravo, Hidalgo México
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- Instituto de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Circuito Ex Hacienda la Concepción s/n, 42160 San Agustin Tlaxiaca, Hidalgo México
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da Silva Gomes B, Cláudia Paiva-Santos A, Veiga F, Mascarenhas-Melo F. Beyond the adverse effects of the systemic route: Exploiting nanocarriers for the topical treatment of skin cancers. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2024; 207:115197. [PMID: 38342240 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2024.115197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2023] [Revised: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/13/2024]
Abstract
Skin cancer is a heterogeneous disease that can be divided into two main groups, melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers. Conventional therapies for skin cancer have numerous systemic side effects and a high recurrence rate. Topical treatment is an alternative approach, but drug permeability remains a challenge. Therefore, nanocarriers appear as important nanotechnology tools that reduces both the side effects and improves clinical outcomes. This is why they are attracting growing interest. In this review, scientific articles on the use of nanocarriers for the topical treatment of skin cancer were collected. Despite the promising results of the presented nanocarriers and considering that some of them are already on the market, there is an urgent need for investment in the development of manufacturing methods, as well as of suitable toxicological and regulatory evaluations, since the conventional methods currently used to develop these nanocarriers-based products are more time-consuming and expensive than conventional products.
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- Beatriz da Silva Gomes
- Laboratory of Development and Drug Technologies, Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Coimbra, University of Coimbra, Azinhaga Sta. Comba, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal.
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- Laboratory of Development and Drug Technologies, Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Coimbra, University of Coimbra, Azinhaga Sta. Comba, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal; University of Coimbra, LAQV-REQUIMTE, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Azinhaga Sta. Comba, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal.
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- Laboratory of Development and Drug Technologies, Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Coimbra, University of Coimbra, Azinhaga Sta. Comba, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal; University of Coimbra, LAQV-REQUIMTE, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Azinhaga Sta. Comba, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal.
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- University of Coimbra, LAQV-REQUIMTE, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Azinhaga Sta. Comba, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal; Higher School of Health, Polytechnic Institute of Guarda, Rua da Cadeia, 6300 - 307 Guarda, Portugal.
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Mwebembezi T, Wakatuntu J, Jjagwe J, Kanyesigye C, Kulabako RN, Olupot PW. Synthesis, characterization and application of steel waste-based iron oxide nanoparticles for removal of heavy metals from industrial wastewaters. Heliyon 2024; 10:e28153. [PMID: 38524616 PMCID: PMC10958420 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2023] [Revised: 02/27/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/26/2024] Open
Abstract
Water treatment and reuse can avail more clean and safe water for human use. In this study, iron oxide waste powder generated from the steel pickling process was used to develop iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) using solution gelation synthesis process. The powder and developed IONPs were characterized by X-ray fluorescence and diffraction (XRF, XRD), scanning electron microscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) analyses. Adsorption experiments were carried out on synthetic water with lead and chromium metal ions. The adsorption data were analysed with Langmuir and Freundlich models. Adsorption kinetics were also analysed with Pseudo-First-Order and Pseudo-Second-Order models using non-linear regression. The synthesized IONPs were porous with active surface functional groups of hydroxyl bonds, with BET specific surface area of 325.02 m2/g. XRD results confirmed the cubic spinel structure of IONPs with particle sizes of 20-30 nm. The nanoparticles at a dosage of 0.35 g in 10 mL for 50 min effectively removed Pb(II) and Cr(VI) metal ions up to 99.9% from both synthetic water and industrial wastewater. The adsorption capacity (qmax) of IONPs was found to be 417 and 326.80 for Pb(II) and Cr(VI) respectively. Freundlich isotherm model data fitted best for the removal of both metal ions. The regression values for kinetic models confirmed that pseudo-second-order best fit the adsorption of both Pb(II) and Cr(VI) confirming chemisorption processes. This study contributes to elucidating alternative application of pickling waste from the steel rolling mills for the benefit of heavy metal removal in industrial wastewater.
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- Tumutungire Mwebembezi
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, Makerere University, P.O. Box 7062, Kampala-Uganda
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, Makerere University, P.O. Box 7062, Kampala-Uganda
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, Makerere University, P.O. Box 7062, Kampala-Uganda
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, Makerere University, P.O. Box 7062, Kampala-Uganda
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, Makerere University, P.O. Box 7062, Kampala-Uganda
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Sang Z, Jiang Z, Liu S, Ye P, Hu S, Zhang Q, Zhu Y, Qin L, Zhao Q. A green, efficient and stable platform based on hyperbranched quaternized hydrothermal magnetic chitosan nanospheres integrated cytomembranes for screening drug candidates from natural products. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 258:129039. [PMID: 38154704 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.129039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Revised: 11/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023]
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Compared with traditional tedious organic solvent-assisted separation process in natural medicinal chemistry, cytomembrane (CM) fishing technique became a more appealing and greener choice for screening bioactive components from natural products. However, its large-scale practical value was greatly weakened by the easy fall-off of CMs from magnetic supports, rooted in the instability of common Fe3O4 particles and their insufficient interaction with CMs. In this research, a new green biostable platform was developed for drug screening through the integration of hyperbranched quaternized hydrothermal magnetic carbon spheres (HQ-HMCSs) and CMs. The positive-charged HQ-HMCSs were constructed by chitosan-based hydrothermal carbonization onto Fe3O4 nanospheres and subsequent aqueous hyperbranching quaternization with 1,4-butanediol diglycidyl ether and methylamine. The strong interaction between HQ-HMCSs and CMs was formed via electrostatic attraction of HQ-HMCSs to negative-charged CMs and covalent linkage derived from the epoxy-amine addition reactions. The chemically stable HMCSs and its integration with CMs contributed to dramatically higher stability and recyclability of bionic nanocomposites. With the fishing of osteoblast CMs integrated HQ-HMCSs, two novel potential anti-osteoporosis compounds, narcissoside and beta-ionone, were discovered from Hippophae rhamnoides L. Enhanced osteoblast proliferation, alkaline phosphatase, and mineralization levels proved their positive osteogenesis effects. Preliminary pharmacological investigation demonstrated their potential action on membrane proteins of estrogen receptor alpha and insulin-like growth factor 1. Furthermore, beta-ionone showed apparent therapeutic effects on osteogenic lesions in zebrafish. These results provide a green, stable, cost-efficient, and reliable access to rapid discovery of drug leads, which verifiably benefits the design of nanocarbon-based biocomposites with increasingly advanced functionality.
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- Zhenqi Sang
- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fuchun Campus, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 311403, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fuchun Campus, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 311403, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fuchun Campus, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 311403, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fuchun Campus, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 311403, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fuchun Campus, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 311403, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fuchun Campus, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 311403, China
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- Department of chemistry, Xixi Campus, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310028, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fuchun Campus, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 311403, China.
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fuchun Campus, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 311403, China.
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Taghizadeh S, Tayebi L, Akbarzadeh M, Lohrasbi P, Savardashtaki A. Magnetic hydrogel applications in articular cartilage tissue engineering. J Biomed Mater Res A 2024; 112:260-275. [PMID: 37750666 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Revised: 09/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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Articular cartilage defects afflict millions of individuals worldwide, presenting a significant challenge due to the tissue's limited self-repair capability and anisotropic nature. Hydrogel-based biomaterials have emerged as promising candidates for scaffold production in artificial cartilage construction, owing to their water-rich composition, biocompatibility, and tunable properties. Nevertheless, conventional hydrogels typically lack the anisotropic structure inherent to natural cartilage, impeding their clinical and preclinical applications. Recent advancements in tissue engineering (TE) have introduced magnetically responsive hydrogels, a type of intelligent hydrogel that can be remotely controlled using an external magnetic field. These innovative materials offer a means to create the desired anisotropic architecture required for successful cartilage TE. In this review, we first explore conventional techniques employed for cartilage repair and subsequently delve into recent breakthroughs in the application and utilization of magnetic hydrogels across various aspects of articular cartilage TE.
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- Saeed Taghizadeh
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, School of Advanced Medical Sciences and Technologies, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- Pharmaceutical Science Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Marquette University School of Dentistry, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Reproductive Biology, School of Advanced Medical Sciences and Technologies, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, School of Advanced Medical Sciences and Technologies, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- Infertility Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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Juturu R, Murty VR, Selvaraj R. Efficient adsorption of Cr (VI) onto hematite nanoparticles: ANN, ANFIS modelling, isotherm, kinetic, thermodynamic studies and mechanistic insights. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 349:140731. [PMID: 38008295 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.140731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2023] [Revised: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/28/2023]
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Hematite nanoparticles (AF-Fe2O3NPs) were prepared through a simple method utilizing Acacia falcata leaf extract in this investigation. The nanoparticles were extensively characterized to understand their specific properties. FESEM images revealed agglomerated surface morphology, while EDS confirmed the existence of elemental components, including Fe, O, and C. The mesoporous nature of AF-Fe2O3NPs with a pore diameter of 3.77 nm was determined through BET studies. XRD analysis indicated the crystallinity, with lattice parameters characteristic of hematite nanoparticles (a = 0.504 nm and c = 1.381 nm). Superparamagnetic property of the AF-Fe2O3NPs was affirmed from the saturation magnetization (2.98 emu/g) without any hysteresis. Subsequently, AF-Fe2O3NPs were used as adsorbent for the removal of Cr (VI) from aqueous solution. The experimental data were subjected to machine learning (ML) models, specifically ANN and ANFIS, to predict Cr (VI) removal. Both ML models exhibited excellent predictive capabilities, with high R2 values (>0.99) and low error indices such as MSE, RMSE, and MAE. Furthermore, comprehensive kinetic, isotherm, and thermodynamic studies were conducted to gain insights into the behavior and sorption mechanisms of Cr (VI). The Hill model, a statistical physics model, demonstrated an outstanding fit compared to conventional isotherms. It revealed a saturation adsorption potential of 12.91 mg/g at pH 2, 1.5 g/L dose, and a temperature of 30 °C, corroborating physisorption as the dominant mechanism. XPS results confirmed Cr (VI) reduction to Cr (III) through the appearance of specific peaks at 577.18 and 587.08 eV. Thermodynamic investigations established the endothermicity and spontaneity of the adsorption. In summary, the hematite nanoparticles synthesized in this study exhibit promising potential to remove Cr (VI) from aqueous streams, making them a viable option for water treatment applications.
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- Rajesh Juturu
- Department of Biotechnology, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India.
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Pham TM, Cao DV, Dang HHQ, Mai PMT, Nguyen TB, Dinh NBN, Nguyen TKG, Le TMH, Doan VD, Nguyen DT, Le VT. 153Sm-labeled Fe 3O 4@lapatinib nanoparticles as a potential therapeutic agent for breast cancer: synthesis, quality control, and in vivo evaluation. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:678-690. [PMID: 38116646 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb01957h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2023]
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The present study introduces Fe3O4-coated lapatinib-labeled 153Sm nanoparticles (denoted as Fe3O4@lapatinib-153Sm) as a promising avenue for advancing breast cancer treatment. The radiolabeled nanoparticles combine various attributes, offering enhanced therapeutic precision. The integration of lapatinib confers therapeutic effects and targeted delivery. The inherent magnetic characteristics of Fe3O4 nanoparticles contribute to improved imaging contrast and targeted localization. Incorporating the gamma-emitting 153Sm isotope permits single-photon emission computed tomography imaging and radiation dose evaluation, while its beta-emitting nature ensures targeted cancer cell eradication. The synthesis of Fe3O4@lapatinib-153Sm was meticulously optimized by investigating the effects of parameters on radiolabeling efficiency. Physicochemical attributes were scrutinized using several analytical techniques. In-depth in vivo assessment evaluated the biocompatibility, toxicity, and biodistribution in a murine model, illuminating clinical utility. Optimal conditions (153SmCl3 concentration of 10 mCi mL-1, pH 7.4, a reaction time of 30 min, and a temperature of 25 °C) achieved >99% labeling efficiency and radiochemical purity. The TEM analysis indicated that the diameter of Fe3O4@lapatinib-153Sm nanoparticles ranged from 10 to 40 nm. Vibrating-sample magnetometry verified their superparamagnetic behaviour with a saturation magnetization of 41.4 emu g-1. The synthesized radiopharmaceutical exhibited high sterility and in vitro stability. Acute toxicity studies showed the mild effects of Fe3O4@lapatinib-153Sm at a dose of 20 mCi kg-1, with no observed mortality. Notably, lesions from Fe3O4@lapatinib-153Sm use recovered naturally over time. Radiation doses below 20 mCi kg-1 were recommended for clinical trials. The biodistribution study in BT474 xenograft mice revealed rapid clearance of Fe3O4@lapatinib-153Sm within 48 h. Significant accumulation occurred in the liver, spleen, and tumor tissue, while minimal accumulation was found in other tissues. Future steps involve studying biocorona formation and therapeutic efficacy on tumour models, refining its clinical potential.
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- Thanh Minh Pham
- Dalat Nuclear Research Institute, 01 Nguyen Tu Luc, Dalat, 670000, Vietnam.
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- Dalat Nuclear Research Institute, 01 Nguyen Tu Luc, Dalat, 670000, Vietnam.
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- Dalat Nuclear Research Institute, 01 Nguyen Tu Luc, Dalat, 670000, Vietnam.
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- Dalat Nuclear Research Institute, 01 Nguyen Tu Luc, Dalat, 670000, Vietnam.
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- Dalat Nuclear Research Institute, 01 Nguyen Tu Luc, Dalat, 670000, Vietnam.
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- Nuclear Training Center, Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute, 140 Nguyen Tuan Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi, 110430, Vietnam
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- The Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, 70000, Vietnam
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- Lam Dong Department of Health, 36 Tran Phu, Lam Dong, 670000, Vietnam
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- Center for Advanced Chemistry, Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University, 03 Quang Trung, Da Nang, 550000, Vietnam.
- Faculty of Natural Sciences, Duy Tan University, 03 Quang Trung, Da Nang, 550000, Vietnam
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Meng YQ, Shi YN, Zhu YP, Liu YQ, Gu LW, Liu DD, Ma A, Xia F, Guo QY, Xu CC, Zhang JZ, Qiu C, Wang JG. Recent trends in preparation and biomedical applications of iron oxide nanoparticles. J Nanobiotechnology 2024; 22:24. [PMID: 38191388 PMCID: PMC10775472 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-023-02235-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024] Open
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The iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs), possessing both magnetic behavior and semiconductor property, have been extensively used in multifunctional biomedical fields due to their biocompatible, biodegradable and low toxicity, such as anticancer, antibacterial, cell labelling activities. Nevertheless, there are few IONPs in clinical use at present. Some IONPs approved for clinical use have been withdrawn due to insufficient understanding of its biomedical applications. Therefore, a systematic summary of IONPs' preparation and biomedical applications is crucial for the next step of entering clinical practice from experimental stage. This review summarized the existing research in the past decade on the biological interaction of IONPs with animal/cells models, and their clinical applications in human. This review aims to provide cutting-edge knowledge involved with IONPs' biological effects in vivo and in vitro, and improve their smarter design and application in biomedical research and clinic trials.
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- Yu Qing Meng
- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Yantai University, No. 30, Qingquan Road, Laishan District, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China.
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China.
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- State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, Artemisinin Research Center, and Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China.
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Lim J, Lee J, Boo Y, Kim WJ. A polymeric iron oxide nanocomplex loaded with sulfasalazine: an approach for inducing ferritinophagy-assisted ferroptosis for anti-cancer therapy. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:742-751. [PMID: 38086680 DOI: 10.1039/d3nr04733d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2024]
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The approach of using ferroptosis to treat cancer has garnered attention due to its promising potential. However, the effectiveness of this therapy is often limited by the inherent redox system in cancer cells and the presence of ferritin as an iron ion storage molecule. To address this issue, we have designed a polymeric iron oxide nanocomplex loaded with sulfasalazine as a ferritinophagy-assisted ferroptosis inducing agent. The nanocomplex is based on a pH-responsive drug releasing platform that enables improved ferroptosis anti-cancer therapy. The nanocomplex was synthesized using polymerized phenylboronic acid decorated with iron oxide and further loaded with sulfasalazine by interacting with polymerized phenylboronic acid. Upon entering cancer cells, the nanocomplex releases sulfasalazine at the lysosomal acidic pH, which causes the complex to degrade into the labile iron ion (Fe2+). This process inhibits the production of GSH and reproduces the labile iron ion by degrading ferritin. As a result, an excess iron ion pool is formed, and the facilitated Fenton reaction induces an improved ferroptosis anti-cancer effect. Moreover, our research has demonstrated that the nanocomplex effectively regresses tumors, thereby representing significant inhibition of tumor growth using in vivo models. We believe that this ferritinophagy-assisted ferroptosis strategy using the nanocomplex provides a promising solution for iron-based anti-cancer therapy.
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- Junha Lim
- Department of Chemistry, POSTECH-CATHOLIC Biomedical Engineering Institute, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang 37673, Republic of Korea.
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- OmniaMed Co, Ltd, Pohang 37673, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, POSTECH-CATHOLIC Biomedical Engineering Institute, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang 37673, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, POSTECH-CATHOLIC Biomedical Engineering Institute, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang 37673, Republic of Korea.
- OmniaMed Co, Ltd, Pohang 37673, Republic of Korea
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Thalakkale Veettil U, Moreno A, Huertas-Alonso AJ, Morsali M, Pylypchuk IV, Liu LY, Sipponen MH. Mechanically recyclable melt-spun fibers from lignin esters and iron oxide nanoparticles: towards circular lignin materials. GREEN CHEMISTRY : AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL AND GREEN CHEMISTRY RESOURCE : GC 2023; 25:10424-10435. [PMID: 38089756 PMCID: PMC10711735 DOI: 10.1039/d3gc02381h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/16/2024]
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The inferior thermoplastic properties have limited production of melt-spun fibers from lignin. Here we report on the controlled esterification of softwood kraft lignin (SKL) to enable scalable, solvent-free melt spinning of microfibers using a cotton candy machine. We found that it is crucial to control the esterification process as melt-spun fibers could be produced from lignin oleate and lignin stearate precursors with degrees of esterification (DE) ranging from 20-50%, but not outside this range. To fabricate a functional hybrid material, we incorporated magnetite nanoparticles (MNPs) into the lignin oleate fibers by melt blending and subsequent melt spinning. Thermogravimetric analysis and X-ray diffraction studies revealed that increasing the weight fraction of MNPs led to improved thermal stability of the fibers. Finally, we demonstrated adsorption of organic dyes, magnetic recovery, and recycling via melt spinning of the regular and magnetic fibers with 95% and 83% retention of the respective adsorption capacities over three adsorption cycles. The mechanical recyclability of the microfibers represents a new paradigm in lignin-based circular materials.
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- Unnimaya Thalakkale Veettil
- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University Svante Arrhenius väg 16C SE-106 91 Stockholm Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University Svante Arrhenius väg 16C SE-106 91 Stockholm Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University Svante Arrhenius väg 16C SE-106 91 Stockholm Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University Svante Arrhenius väg 16C SE-106 91 Stockholm Sweden
- Wallenberg Wood Science Center, Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University SE-10691 Stockholm Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University Svante Arrhenius väg 16C SE-106 91 Stockholm Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University Svante Arrhenius väg 16C SE-106 91 Stockholm Sweden
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- Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University Svante Arrhenius väg 16C SE-106 91 Stockholm Sweden
- Wallenberg Wood Science Center, Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University SE-10691 Stockholm Sweden
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Ahmadi F, Saeedi M, Akbari J, Seyedabadi M, Ebrahimnejad P, Morteza-Semnani K, Ghasemi S, Moalem-Banhangi M, Babaei A, Hashemi SMH, Asare-Addo K, Nokhodchi A. Nanohybrid Based on (Mn, Zn) Ferrite Nanoparticles Functionalized With Chitosan and Sodium Alginate for Loading of Curcumin Against Human Breast Cancer Cells. AAPS PharmSciTech 2023; 24:222. [PMID: 37935931 DOI: 10.1208/s12249-023-02683-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/09/2023] Open
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This study reports on the synthesis of Mn1 - xZnxFe2O4 (Mn, Zn ferrite) magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) as drug delivery carriers for effective therapeutic outcomes. The MNPs were prepared using the coprecipitation method, and their magnetic properties were investigated based on their composition. Among the compositions tested, Mn0.8Zn0.2Fe2O4 MNPs exhibited superparamagnetic properties with a saturation magnetization moment of 34.6 emu/g at room temperature (25°C). To enhance the water solubility of curcumin (Cur), known for its hydrophobic nature, it was successfully loaded onto alginate (Alg)/chitosan (Chit)@Mn0.8Zn0.2Fe2O4 nanoparticles (NPs). The nanocomposite was characterized by field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) which revealed a particle size of approximately 20 nm. The crystalline structure of the NPs was analyzed using X-ray diffraction, while Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR), energy-dispersive X-ray, and map analysis techniques were employed for further characterization. In terms of drug release, there was an initial burst release of Cur (around 18%) within the first hour, followed by a slower release (approximately 61%) over the next 36 h. The anti-tumor properties of the Cur-loaded NPs were evaluated using the Methyl Thiazol Tetrazolium (MTT) assay and quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction. The MTT assay confirmed a higher cytotoxic effect of Cur-loaded Alg/Chit@Mn0.8Zn0.2Fe2O4 NPs on the MCF-7 breast cancer cell line compared to free Cur, highlighting the significance of incorporating Cur into nano-sized carrier systems.
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- Fatemeh Ahmadi
- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Toxicology and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Hemoglobinopathy Institute, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Faculty of Chemistry, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH, UK
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- Pharmaceutical Research Laboratory, School of Life Sciences, University of Sussex, Brighton, UK.
- Lupin Pharmaceutical Research Center, Coral Springs, Florida, USA.
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Karimi M, Ramazani A, Sajjadifar S, Rezayati S. A copper(ii) complex containing pyridine-2-carbaldehyde and its direct binding onto ethylenediamine functionalized with Fe 3O 4@SiO 2 nanoparticles for catalytic applications. RSC Adv 2023; 13:29121-29140. [PMID: 37800129 PMCID: PMC10548530 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra05649j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Accepted: 09/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/07/2023] Open
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In the present study, a copper(ii) complex containing a pyridine-2-carbaldehyde ligand and its direct binding onto ethylenediamine functionalized with Fe3O4@SiO2 nanoparticles [Cu(ii)-Schiff base-(CH2)3-SiO2@Fe3O4] as a heterogeneous magnetic nanocatalyst can be easily prepared using a multi-step method. Next, the structural and magnetic properties of the synthesized nanoparticles were identified using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), inductively coupled plasma (ICP), vibrating-sample magnetometry (VSM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), PXRD (Powder X-ray diffraction), Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET), and energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometry (EDX) techniques. TEM images reveal that the average particle size distribution was found to be in the range of 45-55 nm with spherical shape. The PXRD analysis indicated that the crystallite size was found to be 35.2 nm. The synthesized nanocatalyst exhibited a very good catalytic ability in the synthesis reaction of pyran derivatives and 2-benzylidenemalononitrile derivatives. Product 2-amino-7,7-dimethyl-4-(4-nitrophenyl)-5-oxo-5,6,7,8-tetrahydrobenzo[b]pyran 4e was achieved in 97% yield with a TON of 129.3 and a TOF of 646.6 h-1 and product 2-(4-cyanobenzylidene)malononitrile 3j was achieved in 96% yield with a TON of 128 and a TOF of 984.6 h-1. In addition, the synthesized nanocatalyst was easily separated from the reaction mixture by a magnet and used 7 consecutive times without significant loss of catalytic activity. Also, leaching of copper metal from the synthesized nanocatalyst was very insignificant for this reaction.
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- Masoud Karimi
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Zanjan Zanjan 45371-38791 Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Zanjan Zanjan 45371-38791 Iran
- Department of Biotechnology, Research Institute of Modern Biological Techniques (RIMBT), University of Zanjan Zanjan 45371-38791 Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Payame Noor University PO BOX 19395-4697 Tehran Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Zanjan Zanjan 45371-38791 Iran
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Yurkov G, Kozinkin A, Kubrin S, Zhukov A, Podsukhina S, Vlasenko V, Fionov A, Kolesov V, Zvyagintsev D, Vyatkina M, Solodilov V. Nanocomposites Based on Polyethylene and Nickel Ferrite: Preparation, Characterization, and Properties. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3988. [PMID: 37836036 PMCID: PMC10575271 DOI: 10.3390/polym15193988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2023] [Revised: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 09/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023] Open
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Composite materials based on NiFe2O4 nanoparticles and polyethylene matrix have been synthesized by thermal decomposition to expand the application area of high-pressure polyethylene by filling it with nanoscale particles. The synthesized compositions were obtained in the form of a dark gray powder and compressed for further study According to TEM, the average particle size in composites was 2, 3, and 4 nm in samples with a filling of 10%, 20% and 30%. The concentration dependences of the specific electrical resistivity ρV, dielectric permittivity ε, saturation magnetization MS and the parameters of reflection and attenuation of microwave power of the obtained composites were investigated. The threshold for percolation in such materials is found to be within a concentration range of 20…30%. The electronic and atomic structure of composites was studied by methods of Mössbauer spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction and X-ray absorption spectroscopy. The closest atomic environment of nickel and iron in nanoparticles is close to that of crystalline NiFe2O4. The dependence of the nanoparticles size as well as the dependence of the number of tetrahedral or octahedral iron positions in nickel ferrite nanoparticles to their content in polyethylene matrix is established. It is shown that composite materials based on NiFe2O4 nanoparticles and polyethylene matrix can be used as components of electromagnetic compatibility systems.
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- Gleb Yurkov
- N.N. Semenov Federal Research Center of Chemical Physics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Kosygina 4, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (A.Z.); (V.S.)
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- Research Institute of Physics, Southern Federal University, pr. Stachki 194, 344090 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- Research Institute of Physics, Southern Federal University, pr. Stachki 194, 344090 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- N.N. Semenov Federal Research Center of Chemical Physics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Kosygina 4, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (A.Z.); (V.S.)
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- Research Institute of Physics, Southern Federal University, pr. Stachki 194, 344090 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- Research Institute of Physics, Southern Federal University, pr. Stachki 194, 344090 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- Kotelnikov Institute of Radio Engineering and Electronics of RAS, 125009 Moscow, Russia
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- Kotelnikov Institute of Radio Engineering and Electronics of RAS, 125009 Moscow, Russia
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- N.N. Semenov Federal Research Center of Chemical Physics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Kosygina 4, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (A.Z.); (V.S.)
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- N.N. Semenov Federal Research Center of Chemical Physics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Kosygina 4, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (A.Z.); (V.S.)
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- N.N. Semenov Federal Research Center of Chemical Physics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Kosygina 4, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (A.Z.); (V.S.)
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Rethi L, Rethi L, Liu CH, Hyun TV, Chen CH, Chuang EY. Fortification of Iron Oxide as Sustainable Nanoparticles: An Amalgamation with Magnetic/Photo Responsive Cancer Therapies. Int J Nanomedicine 2023; 18:5607-5623. [PMID: 37814664 PMCID: PMC10560484 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s404394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/11/2023] Open
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Due to their non-toxic function in biological systems, Iron oxide NPs (IO-NPs) are very attractive in biomedical applications. The magnetic properties of IO-NPs enable a variety of biomedical applications. We evaluated the usage of IO-NPs for anticancer effects. This paper lists the applications of IO-NPs in general and the clinical targeting of IO-NPs. The application of IONPs along with photothermal therapy (PTT), photodynamic therapy (PDT), and magnetic hyperthermia therapy (MHT) is highlighted in this review's explanation for cancer treatment strategies. The review's study shows that IO-NPs play a beneficial role in biological activity because of their biocompatibility, biodegradability, simplicity of production, and hybrid NPs forms with IO-NPs. In this review, we have briefly discussed cancer therapy and hyperthermia and NPs used in PTT, PDT, and MHT. IO-NPs have a particular effect on cancer therapy when combined with PTT, PDT, and MHT were the key topics of the review and were covered in depth. The IO-NPs formulations may be uniquely specialized in cancer treatments with PTT, PDT, and MHT, according to this review investigation.
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- Lekha Rethi
- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Materials and Tissue Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
- International PhD Program in Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
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- International PhD Program in Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
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- International PhD Program in Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
- Department of Interventional Cardiology, Thong Nhat Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, 700000, Vietnam
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Materials and Tissue Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
- International PhD Program in Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Taipei Medical University – Shuang Ho Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Materials and Tissue Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
- International PhD Program in Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
- Cell Physiology and Molecular Image Research Center, Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Almutairi T, Al-Rasheed HH, Alaqil ZM, Hajri AK, Elsayed NH. Green Synthesis of Magnetic Supramolecules β-Cyclodextrin/Iron Oxide Nanoparticles for Photocatalytic and Antibacterial Applications. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:32067-32077. [PMID: 37692231 PMCID: PMC10483690 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c04117] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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Iron oxide nanoparticles (Fe3O4NPs) are a fascinating field of study due to their wide range of practical applications in environmental and medical contexts. This study presents a straightforward, environmentally friendly method for producing Fe3O4NPs utilizing β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) as a reducing and capping agent. This approach results in the rapid and effective eco-friendly synthesis of β-CD/Fe3O4NPs. The properties and characteristics of β-CD/Fe3O4NPs were investigated using various methods, including ultraviolet-visible (UV/vis) spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetry analysis (TGA), and vibrating-sample magnetometry (VSM). The absorption of β-CD/Fe3O4NPs caused a distinct peak at 349 nm, as evidenced by the results of UV/vis studies. This peak was attributed to the absorption of surface plasmon resonance. The crystalline nature of β-CD/Fe3O4NPs was confirmed through XRD analysis. The SEM and TEM analyses have verified the geometry and structural characteristics of β-CD/Fe3O4NPs. The β-CD/Fe3O4NPs exhibited remarkable effectiveness in the decomposing efficiency (%) of methylene blue (MB) dye with 52.2, 94.1, and 100% for 0.2, 0.4, and 0.6 g β-CD/Fe3O4NPs, respectively. In addition, the highest efficiency in hunting radicals was observed (347.2 ± 8.2 mg/g) at 100 mg/mL β-CD/Fe3O4NPs; the combination of β-CD/Fe3O4NPs exhibited remarkable effectiveness in inhibiting the growth of some bacteria that cause infections. The capabilities of β-CD/Fe3O4NPs for various applications showed that these materials could be used in photocatalytic, antioxidants, and antibacterial. Additionally, the eco-friendly synthesis of these materials makes them a promising option for the remediation of harmful pollutants and microbes.
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- Tahani
M. Almutairi
- Department
of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud
University, PO Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department
of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud
University, PO Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department
of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud
University, PO Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department
of Chemistry, Alwajh College, University
of Tabuk, Tabuk 47512, Saudi Arabia
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- Department
of Polymers and Pigments, National Research
Centre, Dokki, Cairo 12311, Egypt
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de Souza TC, Costa AFDS, Vinhas GM, Sarubbo LA. Synthesis of Iron Oxides and Influence on Final Sizes and Distribution in Bacterial Cellulose Applications. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3284. [PMID: 37571178 PMCID: PMC10422641 DOI: 10.3390/polym15153284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Revised: 07/31/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023] Open
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Iron oxide nanoparticles have been investigated due to their suitable characteristics for diverse applications in the fields of biomedicine, electronics, water or wastewater treatment and sensors. Maghemite, magnetite and hematite are the most widely studied iron oxide particles and have ferrimagnetic characteristics. When very small, however, these particles have superparamagnetic properties and are called superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs). Several methods are used for the production of these particles, such as coprecipitation, thermal decomposition and microemulsion. However, the variables of the different types of synthesis must be assessed to achieve greater control over the particles produced. In some studies, it is possible to compare the influence of variations in the factors for production with each of these methods. Thus, researchers use different adaptations of synthesis based on each objective and type of application. With coprecipitation, it is possible to obtain smaller, more uniform particles with adjustments in temperature, pH and the types of reagents used in the process. With thermal decomposition, greater control is needed over the time, temperature and proportion of surfactants and organic and aqueous phases in order to produce smaller particles and a narrower size distribution. With the microemulsion process, the control of the confinement of the micelles formed during synthesis through the proportions of surfactant and oil makes the final particles smaller and less dispersed. These nanoparticles can be used as additives for the creation of new materials, such as magnetic bacterial cellulose, which has different innovative applications. Composites that have SPIONs, which are produced with greater rigour with regards to their size and distribution, have superparamagnetic properties and can be used in medical applications, whereas materials containing larger particles have ferromagnetic applications. To arrive at a particular particle with specific characteristics, researchers must be attentive to both the mechanism selected and the production variables to ensure greater quality and control of the materials produced.
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- Thaís Cavalcante de Souza
- Center of Exact and Natural Sciences, Department of Materiais Science, Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE), Rua Professor Moraes Rêgo, n. 1235, Cidade Universitária, Recife 50670-901, Brazil; (T.C.d.S.); (G.M.V.)
- Advanced Institute of Technology and Innovation (IATI), Rua Potyra, n. 31, Prado, Recife 50751-310, Brazil;
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- Advanced Institute of Technology and Innovation (IATI), Rua Potyra, n. 31, Prado, Recife 50751-310, Brazil;
- Communication and Design Center, Centro Acadêmico da Região Agreste, Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE), BR 104, Km 59, s/n, Nova Caruaru, Caruaru 50670-901, Brazil
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- Center of Exact and Natural Sciences, Department of Materiais Science, Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE), Rua Professor Moraes Rêgo, n. 1235, Cidade Universitária, Recife 50670-901, Brazil; (T.C.d.S.); (G.M.V.)
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE), Avenida dos Economistas—Cidade Universitária, Recife 50740-590, Brazil
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- Advanced Institute of Technology and Innovation (IATI), Rua Potyra, n. 31, Prado, Recife 50751-310, Brazil;
- UNCAP Icam Tech School, Catholic University of Pernambuco (UNICAP), Rua do Príncipe, n. 526, Boa Vista, Recife 50050-900, Brazil
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Gurusamy L, Karuppasamy L, Anandan S, Barton SC, Chuang YH, Liu CH, Wu JJ. Review of oxygen-vacancies nanomaterials for non-enzymatic electrochemical sensors application. Coord Chem Rev 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ccr.2023.215102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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Pontes MS, Santos JS, da Silva JL, Miguel TBAR, Miguel EC, Souza Filho AG, Garcia F, Lima SM, da Cunha Andrade LH, Arruda GJ, Grillo R, Caires ARL, Felipe Santiago E. Assessing the Fate of Superparamagnetic Iron Oxide Nanoparticles Carrying Usnic Acid as Chemical Cargo on the Soil Microbial Community. ACS NANO 2023; 17:7417-7430. [PMID: 36877273 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.2c11985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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In the present study we evaluate the effect of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) carrying usnic acid (UA) as chemical cargo on the soil microbial community in a dystrophic red latosol (oxysol). Herein, 500 ppm UA or SPIONs-framework carrying UA were diluted in sterile ultrapure deionized water and applied by hand sprayer on the top of the soil. The experiment was conducted in a growth chamber at 25 °C, with a relative humidity of 80% and a 16 h/8 h light-dark cycle (600 lx light intensity) for 30 days. Sterile ultrapure deionized water was used as the negative control; uncapped and oleic acid (OA) capped SPIONs were also tested to assess their potential effects. Magnetic nanostructures were synthesized by a coprecipitation method and characterized by scanning and transmission electron microscopy (SEM and TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), zeta potential, hydrodynamic diameter, magnetic measurements, and release kinetics of chemical cargo. Uncapped and OA-capped SPIONs did not significantly affect soil microbial community. Our results showed an impairment in the soil microbial community exposed to free UA, leading to a general decrease in negative effects on soil-based parameters when bioactive was loaded into the nanoscale magnetic carrier. Besides, compared to control, the free UA caused a significant decrease in microbial biomass C (39%), on the activity of acid protease (59%), and acid phosphatase (23%) enzymes, respectively. Free UA also reduced eukaryotic 18S rRNA gene abundance, suggesting a major impact on fungi. Our findings indicate that SPIONs as bioherbicide nanocarriers can reduce the negative impacts on soil. Therefore, nanoenabled biocides may improve agricultural productivity, which is important for food security due to the need of increasing food production.
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- Montcharles S Pontes
- Natural Resources Program, Center for Natural Resources Study (CERNA), Mato Grosso do Sul State University (UEMS), Dourados, 79804-970, Brazil
- Optics and Photonics Group, Institute of Physics, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, 79070-900, Brazil
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- Genetics Department, Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture (ESALQ), University of São Paulo (USP), Piracicaba, 13418-900, Brazil
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- Department of Analytical, Physico-Chemical and Inorganic Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, 14800-060, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Department of Food Engineering (DEAL), Federal University of Ceará (UFC), Fortaleza, 60440-554, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biomaterials, Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Federal University of Ceará (UFC), Fortaleza, 60440-554, Brazil
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- Department of Physics, Federal University of Ceará (UFC), Fortaleza, 60440-554, Brazil
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- Brazilian Center for Research in Physics, Urca, Rio de Janeiro 22290-180, Brazil
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- Natural Resources Program, Center for Natural Resources Study (CERNA), Mato Grosso do Sul State University (UEMS), Dourados, 79804-970, Brazil
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- Natural Resources Program, Center for Natural Resources Study (CERNA), Mato Grosso do Sul State University (UEMS), Dourados, 79804-970, Brazil
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- Natural Resources Program, Center for Natural Resources Study (CERNA), Mato Grosso do Sul State University (UEMS), Dourados, 79804-970, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), Department of Physics and Chemistry, School of Engineering, Ilha Solteira, São Paulo 15385-000, Brazil
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- Optics and Photonics Group, Institute of Physics, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, 79070-900, Brazil
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- Natural Resources Program, Center for Natural Resources Study (CERNA), Mato Grosso do Sul State University (UEMS), Dourados, 79804-970, Brazil
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Bruschi ML, de Souza Nunes GC. Magnetic Gels in Skin Cancer Treatment: A Review of Potential Applications in Diagnostics, Drug Delivery and Hyperthermia. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15041244. [PMID: 37111728 PMCID: PMC10143045 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15041244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2023] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
Abstract
Skin cancer (SC) is affecting an increasing number of people worldwide. Its lesions affect mainly the most exposed regions of the skin. SC is classified into to main categories: non-melanoma (basal cell carcinoma of the epidermis and squamous cell carcinoma) and melanoma (the abnormal proliferation of melanocytes, which is rarer, more hazardous, and more deadly). Prevention and early diagnosis are important actions, and surgery is often considered. After the removal of cancerous lesions, the local administration of medicine can guarantee anticancer therapeutic action, rapid healing and the recovery of tissue, ensuring the absence of recurrence. Magnetic gels (MGs) have attracted increased attention regarding their pharmaceutical and biomedical applications. They are magnetic nanoparticles (e.g., iron oxide nanoparticles) dispersed in a polymeric matrix, which constitute adaptive systems under a magnetic field. MGs can combine magnetic susceptibility, high elasticity, and softness, and are thus useful platforms for diagnostics, drug delivery, and also for hyperthermia. This manuscript reviews MGs as a technological strategy for the treatment of SC. An overview of SC and the treatment, types, and methods of preparing MGs are discussed. Moreover, the applications of MGs in SC and their future perspectives are considered. The combination of polymeric gels and magnetic nanoparticles continues to be investigated, and new products must hit the market. Clinical trials and new products are expected, due to the important advantages of MGs.
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- Marcos Luciano Bruschi
- Laboratory of Research and Development of Drug Delivery Systems, Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Pharmacy, State University of Maringa, Av. Colombo 5790, Maringa 87020-900, PR, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Research and Development of Drug Delivery Systems, Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Pharmacy, State University of Maringa, Av. Colombo 5790, Maringa 87020-900, PR, Brazil
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Adam A, Mertz D. Iron Oxide@Mesoporous Silica Core-Shell Nanoparticles as Multimodal Platforms for Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Magnetic Hyperthermia, Near-Infrared Light Photothermia, and Drug Delivery. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:1342. [PMID: 37110927 PMCID: PMC10145772 DOI: 10.3390/nano13081342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2023] [Revised: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 04/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
Abstract
The design of core-shell nanocomposites composed of an iron oxide core and a silica shell offers promising applications in the nanomedicine field, especially for developing efficient theranostic systems which may be useful for cancer treatments. This review article addresses the different ways to build iron oxide@silica core-shell nanoparticles and it reviews their properties and developments for hyperthermia therapies (magnetically or light-induced), combined with drug delivery and MRI imaging. It also highlights the various challenges encountered, such as the issues associated with in vivo injection in terms of NP-cell interactions or the control of the heat dissipation from the core of the NP to the external environment at the macro or nanoscale.
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Wang Q, Cheng Y, Wang W, Tang X, Yang Y. Polyetherimide- and folic acid-modified Fe 3 O 4 nanospheres for enhanced magnetic hyperthermia performance. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater 2023; 111:795-804. [PMID: 36382676 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.35190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Revised: 09/20/2022] [Accepted: 10/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Recent studies have highlighted the development prospects of magnetic hyperthermia in cancer therapy. A few studies on the application of Fe3 O4 nanospheres for the magnetic hyperthermia of gynecological malignancies have achieved certain efficacy, but there was no visible progress currently. In this work, Fe3 O4 nanospheres modified with polyetherimide (PEI) and folic acid (FA) were synthesized using a hydrothermal method for possible utility in biocompatible and active tumor-targeting magnetic induction hyperthermia. The PEI- and FA-coated Fe3 O4 nanospheres showed high crystallinity, well-dispersed spherical structures and ideal Ms value. As a result, the designed Fe3 O4 @ PEI@FA nanospheres achieved higher specific absorption rate (SAR) values at 360 kHz and 308 Oe, as well as excellent biocompatibility in Hela, SKOV3, HEC-1-A and NIH3T3 cells. These nanospheres can be used as an optimal heating agent for the magnetic hyperthermia treatment of gynecological cancers.
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- Qinganzi Wang
- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.,Key Laboratory for Gynecological Oncology Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.,Key Laboratory for Gynecological Oncology Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.,Key Laboratory for Gynecological Oncology Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.,Key Laboratory for Gynecological Oncology Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China.,The Third People's Hospital of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.,Key Laboratory for Gynecological Oncology Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
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Eivazzadeh-Keihan R, Pajoum Z, Aliabadi HAM, Mohammadi A, Kashtiaray A, Bani MS, Pishva B, Maleki A, Heravi MM, Mahdavi M, Ziaei Ziabari E. Magnetized chitosan hydrogel and silk fibroin, reinforced with PVA: a novel nanobiocomposite for biomedical and hyperthermia applications. RSC Adv 2023; 13:8540-8550. [PMID: 36926298 PMCID: PMC10012334 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra00612c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2023] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/15/2023] Open
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Herein, a multifunctional nanobiocomposite was designed for biological application, amongst which hyperthermia cancer therapy application was specifically investigated. This nanobiocomposite was fabricated based on chitosan hydrogel (CS), silk fibroin (SF), water-soluble polymer polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and iron oxide magnetic nanoparticles (Fe3O4 MNPs). CS and SF as natural compounds were used to improve the biocompatibility, biodegradability, adhesion and cell growth properties of the nanobiocomposite that can prepare this nanocomposite for the other biological applications such as wound healing and tissue engineering. Since the mechanical properties are very important in biological applications, PVA polymer was used to increase the mechanical properties of the prepared nanobiocomposite. All components of this nanobiocomposite have good dispersion in water due to the presence of hydrophilic groups such as NH2, OH, and COOH, which is one of the effective factors in increasing the efficiency of hyperthermia cancer therapy. The structural analyzes of the hybrid nanobiocomposite were determined by FT-IR, XRD, EDX, FE-SEM, TGA and VSM. Biological studies such as MTT and hemolysis testing proved that it is hemocompatible and non-toxic for healthy cells. Furthermore, it can cause the death of cancer cells to some extent (20.23%). The ability of the nanobiocomposites in hyperthermia cancer therapy was evaluated. Also, the results showed that it can be introduced as an excellent candidate for hyperthermia cancer therapy.
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- Reza Eivazzadeh-Keihan
- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology Tehran 16846-13114 Iran +98-21-73021584 +98-21-73228313
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Physics and Chemistry, Alzahra University PO Box 1993891176, Vanak Tehran Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology Tehran 16846-13114 Iran +98-21-73021584 +98-21-73228313
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology Tehran 16846-13114 Iran +98-21-73021584 +98-21-73228313
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Isfahan Isfahan Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology Tehran 16846-13114 Iran +98-21-73021584 +98-21-73228313
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology Tehran 16846-13114 Iran +98-21-73021584 +98-21-73228313
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Physics and Chemistry, Alzahra University PO Box 1993891176, Vanak Tehran Iran
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- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinical Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University 125 South 9th Street, Suite 1000 Philadelphia PA 19107 USA
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Tyagi N, Gupta P, Khan Z, Neupane YR, Mangla B, Mehra N, Ralli T, Alhalmi A, Ali A, Al Kamaly O, Saleh A, Nasr FA, Kohli K. Superparamagnetic Iron-Oxide Nanoparticles Synthesized via Green Chemistry for the Potential Treatment of Breast Cancer. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28052343. [PMID: 36903587 PMCID: PMC10005561 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28052343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2022] [Revised: 02/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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In the emerging field of nanomedicine, nanoparticles have been widely considered as drug carriers and are now used in various clinically approved products. Therefore, in this study, we synthesized superparamagnetic iron-oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) via green chemistry, and the SPIONs were further coated with tamoxifen-conjugated bovine serum albumin (BSA-SPIONs-TMX). The BSA-SPIONs-TMX were within the nanometric hydrodynamic size (117 ± 4 nm), with a small poly dispersity index (0.28 ± 0.02) and zeta potential of -30.2 ± 0.09 mV. FTIR, DSC, X-RD, and elemental analysis confirmed that BSA-SPIONs-TMX were successfully prepared. The saturation magnetization (Ms) of BSA-SPIONs-TMX was found to be ~8.31 emu/g, indicating that BSA-SPIONs-TMX possess superparamagnetic properties for theragnostic applications. In addition, BSA-SPIONs-TMX were efficiently internalized into breast cancer cell lines (MCF-7 and T47D) and were effective in reducing cell proliferation of breast cancer cells, with IC50 values of 4.97 ± 0.42 μM and 6.29 ± 0.21 μM in MCF-7 and T47D cells, respectively. Furthermore, an acute toxicity study on rats confirmed that these BSA-SPIONs-TMX are safe for use in drug delivery systems. In conclusion, green synthesized superparamagnetic iron-oxide nanoparticles have the potential to be used as drug delivery carriers and may also have diagnostic applications.
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- Neha Tyagi
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics, College of Pharmacy, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), New Delhi 110017, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
- Innovation and Science, Amway Global Services India, Gurugram 122001, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Lloyd Institute of Management and Technology (Pharm.), Greater Noida 201306, India
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Ranjbary AG, Saleh GK, Azimi M, Karimian F, Mehrzad J, Zohdi J. Superparamagnetic Iron Oxide Nanoparticles Induce Apoptosis in HT-29 Cells by Stimulating Oxidative Stress and Damaging DNA. Biol Trace Elem Res 2023; 201:1163-1173. [PMID: 35451693 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-022-03229-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2021] [Accepted: 03/30/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Nanoparticles have garnered considerable scientific attention in recent years due to their diagnostic and therapeutic applications in cancer. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (Fe3O4 MNPs) on the induction of apoptosis in human colorectal adenocarcinoma cell line (HT-29) cells. The purpose of this study was to elucidate the mechanisms of apoptosis induced by Fe3O4 MNPs following MTT assay and to determine the optimal dose of 2.5 g/mL for inducing apoptosis in HT-29 cells. In HT-29 cells, Fe3O4 MNPs increased reactive oxygen species (ROS), calcium ion (Ca2+), and DNA damage. Additionally, the Fe3O4 MNPs significantly increased caspase 3 and 9 expression and decreased Bcl-2 expression at the protein and mRNA levels when compared to the control group (P = 0.0001). Fe3O4 MNPs also induced apoptosis in cancer cells by increasing the level of (ROS) and intracellular Ca2+, followed by an increase in caspase 3 and 9 expression and a decrease in Bcl-2 expression and direct DNA damage. Fe3O4 MNPs are an appropriate choice for colon cancer treatment based on their cell toxicity and induction of apoptosis in HT29 cells.
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- Ali Ghorbani Ranjbary
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
- The Research Institute of Biotechnology, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Medical Faculty, Saveh Branch, Islamic Azad University, Saveh, Iran
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- School of Medicine, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Immunology and Oncology, Islamic Azad University-Garmsar Branch, Garmsar, Iran
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Dudchenko N, Pawar S, Perelshtein I, Fixler D. Magnetite-Based Biosensors and Molecular Logic Gates: From Magnetite Synthesis to Application. BIOSENSORS 2023; 13:304. [PMID: 36979516 PMCID: PMC10046048 DOI: 10.3390/bios13030304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2023] [Revised: 02/19/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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In the last few decades, point-of-care (POC) sensors have become increasingly important in the detection of various targets for the early diagnostics and treatment of diseases. Diverse nanomaterials are used as building blocks for the development of smart biosensors and magnetite nanoparticles (MNPs) are among them. The intrinsic properties of MNPs, such as their large surface area, chemical stability, ease of functionalization, high saturation magnetization, and more, mean they have great potential for use in biosensors. Moreover, the unique characteristics of MNPs, such as their response to external magnetic fields, allow them to be easily manipulated (concentrated and redispersed) in fluidic media. As they are functionalized with biomolecules, MNPs bear high sensitivity and selectivity towards the detection of target biomolecules, which means they are advantageous in biosensor development and lead to a more sensitive, rapid, and accurate identification and quantification of target analytes. Due to the abovementioned properties of functionalized MNPs and their unique magnetic characteristics, they could be employed in the creation of new POC devices, molecular logic gates, and new biomolecular-based biocomputing interfaces, which would build on new ideas and principles. The current review outlines the synthesis, surface coverage, and functionalization of MNPs, as well as recent advancements in magnetite-based biosensors for POC diagnostics and some perspectives in molecular logic, and it also contains some of our own results regarding the topic, which include synthetic MNPs, their application for sample preparation, and the design of fluorescent-based molecular logic gates.
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- Nataliia Dudchenko
- Bar-Ilan Institute of Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials (BINA), Bar Ilan University, Ramat Gan 5290002, Israel
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- Faculty of Engineering and Bar-Ilan Institute of Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials (BINA), Bar Ilan University, Ramat Gan 5290002, Israel
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- Bar-Ilan Institute of Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials (BINA), Bar Ilan University, Ramat Gan 5290002, Israel
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- Bar-Ilan Institute of Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials (BINA), Bar Ilan University, Ramat Gan 5290002, Israel
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Sharifi M, Farahani MK, Salehi M, Atashi A, Alizadeh M, Kheradmandi R, Molzemi S. Exploring the Physicochemical, Electroactive, and Biodelivery Properties of Metal Nanoparticles on Peripheral Nerve Regeneration. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2023; 9:106-138. [PMID: 36545927 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.2c01216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Despite the advances in the regeneration/rehabilitation field of damaged tissues, the functional recovery of peripheral nerves (PNs), especially in a long gap injury, is considered a great medical challenge. Recent progress in nanomedicine has provided great hope for PN regeneration through the strategy of controlling cell behavior by metal nanoparticles individually or loaded on scaffolds/conduits. Despite the confirmed toxicity of metal nanoparticles due to long-term accumulation in nontarget tissues, they play a role in the damaged PN regeneration based on the topography modification of scaffolds/conduits, enhancing neurotrophic factor secretion, the ion flow improvement, and the regulation of electrical signals. Determining the fate of neural progenitor cells would be a major achievement in PN regeneration, which seems to be achievable by metal nanoparticles through altering cell vital approaches and controlling their functions. Therefore, in this literature, an attempt was made to provide an overview of the effective activities of metal nanoparticles on the PN regeneration, until the vital clues of the PN regeneration and how they are changed by metal nanoparticles are revealed to the researcher.
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- Majid Sharifi
- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran.,Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran.,Tissue Engineering and Stem Cells Research Center, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran
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- Stem Cell and Tissue Engineering Research Center, Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran.,Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran.,Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, 3614773955, Iran
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Shahin R, Yousefi M, Ziyadi H, Bikhof M, Hekmati M. pH-Responsive and magnetic Fe3O4@UiO-66-NH2@PEI nanocomposite as drug nanocarrier: Loading and release study of Imatinib. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2022.110186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Akhtar N, Mohammed HA, Yusuf M, Al-Subaiyel A, Sulaiman GM, Khan RA. SPIONs Conjugate Supported Anticancer Drug Doxorubicin's Delivery: Current Status, Challenges, and Prospects. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:3686. [PMID: 36296877 PMCID: PMC9611558 DOI: 10.3390/nano12203686] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Revised: 10/13/2022] [Accepted: 10/13/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Considerable efforts have been directed towards development of nano-structured carriers to overcome the limitations of anticancer drug, doxorubicin's, delivery to various cancer sites. The drug's severe toxicity to cardio and hepatic systems, low therapeutic outcomes, inappropriate dose-demands, metastatic and general resistance, together with non-selectivity of the drug have led to the development of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs)-based drug delivery modules. Nano-scale polymeric co-encapsulation of the drug, doxorubicin, with SPIONs, the SPIONs surface end-groups' cappings with small molecular entities, as well as structural modifications of the SPIONs' surface-located functional end-groups, to attach the doxorubicin, have been achieved through chemical bonding by conjugation and cross-linking of natural and synthetic polymers, attachments of SPIONs made directly to the non-polymeric entities, and attachments made through mediation of molecular-spacer as well as non-spacer mediated attachments of several types of chemical entities, together with the physico-chemical bondings of the moieties, e.g., peptides, proteins, antibodies, antigens, aptamers, glycoproteins, and enzymes, etc. to the SPIONs which are capable of targeting multiple kinds of cancerous sites, have provided stable and functional SPIONs-based nano-carriers suitable for the systemic, and in vitro deliveries, together with being suitable for other biomedical/biotechnical applications. Together with the SPIONs inherent properties, and ability to respond to magnetic resonance, fluorescence-directed, dual-module, and molecular-level tumor imaging; as well as multi-modular cancer cell targeting; magnetic-field-inducible drug-elution capacity, and the SPIONs' magnetometry-led feasibility to reach cancer action sites have made sensing, imaging, and drug and other payloads deliveries to cancerous sites for cancer treatment a viable option. Innovations in the preparation of SPIONs-based delivery modules, as biocompatible carriers; development of delivery route modalities; approaches to enhancing their drug delivery-cum-bioavailability have explicitly established the SPIONs' versatility for oncological theranostics and imaging. The current review outlines the development of various SPIONs-based nano-carriers for targeted doxorubicin delivery to different cancer sites through multiple methods, modalities, and materials, wherein high-potential nano-structured platforms have been conceptualized, developed, and tested for, both, in vivo and in vitro conditions. The current state of the knowledge in this arena have provided definite dose-control, site-specificity, stability, transport feasibility, and effective onsite drug de-loading, however, with certain limitations, and these shortcomings have opened the field for further advancements by identifying the bottlenecks, suggestive and plausible remediation, as well as more clear directions for future development.
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- Naseem Akhtar
- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Dentistry & Pharmacy, Buraydah Private Colleges, P.O. Box 31717, Buraydah 51418, Qassim, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Buraydah 51452, Qassim, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Taif University, P.O. Box 11099, Taif 21944, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Buraydah 51452, Qassim, Saudi Arabia
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- Division of Biotechnology, Department of Applied Sciences, University of Technology, Baghdad 10066, Iraq
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Buraydah 51452, Qassim, Saudi Arabia
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Xue L, Sun J. Magnetic hydrogels with ordered structure for biomedical applications. Front Chem 2022; 10:1040492. [PMID: 36304746 PMCID: PMC9592724 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2022.1040492] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2022] [Accepted: 09/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Magnetic hydrogels composed of hydrogel matrices and magnetic nanomaterials have attracted widespread interests. Thereinto, magnetic hydrogels with ordered structure possessing enhanced functionalities and unique architectures, show tremendous advantages in biomedical fields. The ordered structure brought unique anisotropic properties and excellent physical properties. Furthermore, the anisotropic properties of magnetic ordered hydrogels are more analogous to biological tissues in morphology and mechanical property, showing better biocompatibility and bioinducibility. Thus, we aim to systematically describe the latest advances of magnetic hydrogels with ordered structure. Firstly, this review introduced the synthetic methods of magnetic hydrogels focus on constructing ordered structure. Then, their functionalities and biomedical applications are also summarized. Finally, the current challenges and a compelling perspective outlook of magnetic ordered hydrogel are present.
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Challenges and innovative strategies related to synthesis and electrocatalytic/energy storage applications of metal sulfides and its derivatives. J Electroanal Chem (Lausanne) 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jelechem.2022.116760] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Recent Trends in Magnetic Polymer Nanocomposites for Aerospace Applications: A Review. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14194084. [PMID: 36236032 PMCID: PMC9572050 DOI: 10.3390/polym14194084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Revised: 09/23/2022] [Accepted: 09/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Polymers have had an enormous impact on science and technology, and their interest relating to the development of new macromolecular materials has exponentially increased. Polymer nanocomposites, materials based on a polymeric matrix covalently coupled to reinforcement, display properties of both components. In the aerospace industry, polymer nanocomposites are attractive due to their promising characteristics, among which lightness, mechanical and thermal resistance, radiation and corrosion resistance, and conductive and magnetic properties stand out. The use of them, instead of metal-based materials, has allowed the optimization of design processes and applications in order to provide safer, faster, and eventually cheaper transportation in the future. This comparative review collects the most relevant and prominent advances in the development of polymer nanocomposites with aerospace applications starting from basic aspects such as the definition of polymer nanocomposite to more specialized details such as synthesis, characterization, and applications, in addition to proposing new research branches related to this topic.
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Mitusova K, Peltek OO, Karpov TE, Muslimov AR, Zyuzin MV, Timin AS. Overcoming the blood-brain barrier for the therapy of malignant brain tumor: current status and prospects of drug delivery approaches. J Nanobiotechnology 2022; 20:412. [PMID: 36109754 PMCID: PMC9479308 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-022-01610-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 28.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2022] [Accepted: 08/18/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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Besides the broad development of nanotechnological approaches for cancer diagnosis and therapy, currently, there is no significant progress in the treatment of different types of brain tumors. Therapeutic molecules crossing the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and reaching an appropriate targeting ability remain the key challenges. Many invasive and non-invasive methods, and various types of nanocarriers and their hybrids have been widely explored for brain tumor treatment. However, unfortunately, no crucial clinical translations were observed to date. In particular, chemotherapy and surgery remain the main methods for the therapy of brain tumors. Exploring the mechanisms of the BBB penetration in detail and investigating advanced drug delivery platforms are the key factors that could bring us closer to understanding the development of effective therapy against brain tumors. In this review, we discuss the most relevant aspects of the BBB penetration mechanisms, observing both invasive and non-invasive methods of drug delivery. We also review the recent progress in the development of functional drug delivery platforms, from viruses to cell-based vehicles, for brain tumor therapy. The destructive potential of chemotherapeutic drugs delivered to the brain tumor is also considered. This review then summarizes the existing challenges and future prospects in the use of drug delivery platforms for the treatment of brain tumors.
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- Ksenia Mitusova
- Peter The Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Polytechnicheskaya 29, St. Petersburg, 195251, Russian Federation
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- School of Physics and Engineering, ITMO University, Lomonosova 9, St. Petersburg, 191002, Russian Federation
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- Peter The Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Polytechnicheskaya 29, St. Petersburg, 195251, Russian Federation
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- Peter The Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Polytechnicheskaya 29, St. Petersburg, 195251, Russian Federation
- Sirius University of Science and Technology, Olympic Ave 1, Sirius, 354340, Russian Federation
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- School of Physics and Engineering, ITMO University, Lomonosova 9, St. Petersburg, 191002, Russian Federation
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- Peter The Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Polytechnicheskaya 29, St. Petersburg, 195251, Russian Federation.
- School of Physics and Engineering, ITMO University, Lomonosova 9, St. Petersburg, 191002, Russian Federation.
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Sánchez-Cid P, Jiménez-Rosado M, Romero A, Pérez-Puyana V. Novel Trends in Hydrogel Development for Biomedical Applications: A Review. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14153023. [PMID: 35893984 PMCID: PMC9370620 DOI: 10.3390/polym14153023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 43.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2022] [Revised: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 07/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Nowadays, there are still numerous challenges for well-known biomedical applications, such as tissue engineering (TE), wound healing and controlled drug delivery, which must be faced and solved. Hydrogels have been proposed as excellent candidates for these applications, as they have promising properties for the mentioned applications, including biocompatibility, biodegradability, great absorption capacity and tunable mechanical properties. However, depending on the material or the manufacturing method, the resulting hydrogel may not be up to the specific task for which it is designed, thus there are different approaches proposed to enhance hydrogel performance for the requirements of the application in question. The main purpose of this review article was to summarize the most recent trends of hydrogel technology, going through the most used polymeric materials and the most popular hydrogel synthesis methods in recent years, including different strategies of enhancing hydrogels’ properties, such as cross-linking and the manufacture of composite hydrogels. In addition, the secondary objective of this review was to briefly discuss other novel applications of hydrogels that have been proposed in the past few years which have drawn a lot of attention.
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- Correspondence: (P.S.-C.); (A.R.); Tel.: +34-954557179 (A.R.)
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Romero-Fierro D, Bustamante-Torres M, Bravo-Plascencia F, Magaña H, Bucio E. Polymer-Magnetic Semiconductor Nanocomposites for Industrial Electronic Applications. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:2467. [PMID: 35746043 PMCID: PMC9228222 DOI: 10.3390/polym14122467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2022] [Revised: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Nanocomposite materials have acquired great importance, as have similar composite materials on a macroscopic scale, because the reinforcement complements the defects in the properties of the matrix, thus obtaining materials with better mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties, among others. At the same time, the importance and research of polymeric nanocomposites reinforced with nanoparticles of various types have grown. Among those that have stood out the most in the electronics industry are polymeric matrices reinforced with nanoparticles that present dual behavior, that is, both magnetic and semiconductor. This property has been very well used in developing electronic devices such as televisions, computers, and smartphones, which are part of everyday life. In this sense, this review presents a compilation of the synthetic methods to produce polymer nanocomposites with dual magnetic and semiconductor behavior and their potential applications within electronic fields and new relevant trends.
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- David Romero-Fierro
- Departamento de Química de Radiaciones y Radioquímica, Instituto de Ciencias Nucleares, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Circuito Exterior, Ciudad Universitaria, Mexico City 04510, Mexico;
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- Departamento de Química de Radiaciones y Radioquímica, Instituto de Ciencias Nucleares, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Circuito Exterior, Ciudad Universitaria, Mexico City 04510, Mexico;
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- Centro Conjunto de Investigación en Química Sustentable UAEM-UNAM, Toluca 50200, Mexico;
- Instituto de Química, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Circuito Exterior, Ciudad Universitaria, Coyoacan 04510, Mexico
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- Facultad de Ciencias Químicas e Ingeniería, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, Calzada Universidad 14418, Parque Industrial Internacional Tijuana, Tijuana 22390, Mexico;
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- Departamento de Química de Radiaciones y Radioquímica, Instituto de Ciencias Nucleares, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Circuito Exterior, Ciudad Universitaria, Mexico City 04510, Mexico;
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Onyekanne CE, Oyewole OK, Salifu AA, Obayemi JD, Anye VC, Nwazojie CC, Onwudiwe KC, Oparah JC, Aina T, Ezeala CC, Ezenwafor TC, Odusanya OS, Soboyejo WO. Mechanical and thermal properties of polydimethylsiloxane/magnetite nanocomposites for cancer treatment by localized hyperthermia and Photothermal ablation. J Appl Polym Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/app.52667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Chinyerem E. Onyekanne
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
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- Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Massachusetts USA
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- Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Massachusetts USA
- Department of Biomedical Engineering Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Massachusetts USA
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- Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Massachusetts USA
- Department of Biomedical Engineering Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Massachusetts USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
- Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Advanced Laboratory Sheda Science and Technology Complex Galadimawa Abuja Nigeria
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Biomaterials Lab African University of Science and Technology Galadimawa, Abuja Nigeria
- Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Massachusetts USA
- Department of Biomedical Engineering Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Massachusetts USA
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Advances in the Synthesis and Application of Magnetic Ferrite Nanoparticles for Cancer Therapy. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14050937. [PMID: 35631523 PMCID: PMC9145864 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14050937] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2022] [Revised: 04/16/2022] [Accepted: 04/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Cancer is among the leading causes of mortality globally, with nearly 10 million deaths in 2020. The emergence of nanotechnology has revolutionised treatment strategies in medicine, with rigorous research focusing on designing multi-functional nanoparticles (NPs) that are biocompatible, non-toxic, and target-specific. Iron-oxide-based NPs have been successfully employed in theranostics as imaging agents and drug delivery vehicles for anti-cancer treatment. Substituted iron-oxides (MFe2O4) have emerged as potential nanocarriers due to their unique and attractive properties such as size and magnetic tunability, ease of synthesis, and manipulatable properties. Current research explores their potential use in hyperthermia and as drug delivery vehicles for cancer therapy. Significantly, there are considerations in applying iron-oxide-based NPs for enhanced biocompatibility, biodegradability, colloidal stability, lowered toxicity, and more efficient and targeted delivery. This review covers iron-oxide-based NPs in cancer therapy, focusing on recent research advances in the use of ferrites. Methods for the synthesis of cubic spinel ferrites and the requirements for their considerations as potential nanocarriers in cancer therapy are discussed. The review highlights surface modifications, where functionalisation with specific biomolecules can deliver better efficiency. Finally, the challenges and solutions for the use of ferrites in cancer therapy are summarised.
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Alghamdi MM, El-Zahhar AA, Alshahrani NM. Magnetite nanoparticles-incorporated composite thin-film nanofiltration membranes based on cellulose nitrate substrate. CHEMICAL PAPERS 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11696-022-02204-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Hibiscus sabdariffa extract/poly (vinyl alcohol) modified magnetite as a magnetically recyclable nanocatalyst for the selective oxidation of amines. RESULTS IN CHEMISTRY 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rechem.2022.100483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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